WebEx PCNow Launches New iPhone Compatible Version for Wireless Remote Access of PC Files and Email
29 August 2007 - 8:05PM
PR Newswire (US)
Free 30-Day Trial of WebEx PCNow for iPhone Users SANTA CLARA,
Calif., Aug. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Web collaboration leader WebEx,
today launched a new iPhone compatible version of WebEx PCNow, the
only on-demand remote access service for both desktops and wireless
devices. PCNow gives iPhone users the ability to access their
desktop PC files, and Microsoft Outlook corporate email, contacts
and appointments from their wireless device. iPhone users can
register for a free 30-day trial at http://pcnow.webex.com/ "This
latest version of WebEx PCNow gives iPhone users the ability to
wirelessly access their desktop PC from anywhere, at any time,"
said Jack Chawla, senior director of product management, WebEx.
"We're delighted to be able to utilize the innovations in iPhone to
enable seamless access to desktop files, email and tools 24/7."
WebEx PCNow is the first remote access solution to support both
PC-to-PC and phone-to-PC access. Through a partnership with mobile
technology provider SoonR, it enables iPhone users the ability to
access their desktop for search, Microsoft Outlook contacts,
calendar, email and multiple types of documents. Content is
optimized for viewing and designed to deliver the same experience
as working on the desktop computer. There is no software to
download; users simply navigate iPhone's Safari web browser to
access their desktop. WebEx PCNow includes the following mobile
access capabilities: -- Mobile File Access - Access and view files,
photos, and documents stored on your remote computer from any
mobile phone. Quickly email or share documents and pictures on the
go. View slideshows and share comments with other users. -- Mobile
Desktop Search - Use popular desktop search tools such as Google,
and Windows to quickly find documents, emails, images and contacts
stored on the desktop PC. Easily forward files from search results
to colleagues and friends. -- Mobile Skype VoIP - Use SkypeOut to
call contacts even on mobile devices that are not supported by the
Skype mobile client. -- Mobile Outlook Integration - Read, reply,
forward or delete emails and have your changes automatically
updated on the Outlook on your computer. Create emails or
appointments, and access contacts. Pricing and Availability PCNow
is available today for $11.95 per month for two PCs. Later this
year, WebEx PCNow will offer native support for Mac OS X desktops.
For more information or to sign up for a free 30-day trial, visit,
http://pcnow.webex.com/ About WebEx With 2.3 million registered
users, WebEx, now part of Cisco (NASDAQ:CSCO), is the global leader
in on-demand applications for collaborative business on the web.
These applications enhance high-touch business processes, such as
sales and training, with efficient web-touch interactions. As an
on-demand provider, WebEx is able to facilitate both internal and
external collaboration. WebEx delivers its range of applications
over the WebEx MediaTone Network, a global network specifically
designed for the secure delivery of on-demand applications. WebEx
applications support multipoint video conferencing, web
conferencing, telework and application remote access. Please call
toll free 877-509-3239 or visit http://www.webex.com/ for more
information. About Cisco Cisco is the worldwide leader in
networking that transforms how people connect, communicate and
collaborate. Information about Cisco can be found at
http://www.cisco.com/. For ongoing news, please go to
newsroom.cisco.com. WebEx and MediaTone are registered trademarks
or trademarks of Cisco Systems, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the
U.S. and certain other countries. Other brands and products are
trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Copyright (C) 2007 Cisco Systems, Inc. All rights reserved. This
press release contains forward-looking statements within the
meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended,
and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended.
These forward-looking statements may be identified by use of the
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uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those
described in such statements as a result of these risks and
uncertainties. DATASOURCE: WebEx CONTACT: Colin Smith of WebEx,
+1-408-566-5694, Web site: http://www.webex.com/
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